Alabama § 15-13-24 - Judicial and Ministerial Officers Prohibited from Becoming Surety for Bail or Signing Bonds, Etc.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-13-24 — Judicial and Ministerial Officers Prohibited from Becoming Surety for Bail or Signing Bonds, Etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-13-24. Judicial and Ministerial Officers Prohibited from Becoming Surety for Bail or Signing Bonds, Etc.
It shall not be lawful for any judicial or ministerial officer of this state to sign as surety an undertaking of bail for any prisoner or other person tried before him, to put in his charge under any criminal accusation or to sign any bond or other obligation for the release or appearance of such person, either before himself or any other officer or officers.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-13-24
What does Code of Alabama § 15-13-24 cover?
Section 15-13-24 ("Judicial and Ministerial Officers Prohibited from Becoming Surety for Bail or Signing Bonds, Etc.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 15-13-24?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 15-13-24 apply to my situation?
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